Alex, also known as "Chippy" by a few particularly aggravating pests in his life, is a high schooler who wishes on almost a daily basis that his life was more interesting. His hobbies include fantasizing about situations which will almost definitely not happen, annoying his friends, and spinning around in swivel chairs.
Alex aspires to one day not commit a faux pas every time he attends a party, and he is currently the subject of a top secret government experiment to turn crippling social anxiety into a form of renewable energy, which has witnessed unprecedented success since his arrival. -
Death wasn't the end for Jackson Smythe. He emerges from the porcelain jar he was placed in to become a pawn once again in Subulo's demented games. As he struggles against all odds, he finds help in the strangest places. A lost god struggling to pick up the pieces of his long-forgotten past. A lone demon struggling to free himself from the chains of his family's company. A young woman struggling to save her world from a horror lurking just beyond the stars. A cat. New heroes step up to fight against the myriad of demons in his fantasy/horror tale. Will good finally triumph over evil?
Alex, also known as "Chippy" by a few particularly aggravating pests in his life, is a high schooler who wishes on almost a daily basis that his life was more interesting. His hobbies include fantasizing about situations which will almost definitely not happen, annoying his friends, and spinning around in swivel chairs.
Alex aspires to one day not commit a faux pas every time he attends a party, and he is currently the subject of a top secret government experiment to turn crippling social anxiety into a form of renewable energy, which has witnessed unprecedented success since his arrival. -
Alex, also known as "Chippy" by a few particularly aggravating pests in his life, is a high schooler who wishes on almost a daily basis that his life was more interesting. His hobbies include fantasizing about situations which will almost definitely not happen, annoying his friends, and spinning around in swivel chairs.
Alex aspires to one day not commit a faux pas every time he attends a party, and he is currently the subject of a top secret government experiment to turn crippling social anxiety into a form of renewable energy, which has witnessed unprecedented success since his arrival. -
A shining light appeared, and when the golden light faded away, there stood a majestic creature no one had ever seen. He came to protect a little girl from her nightmares. Inspired by the legend of the Baku, find out how this special animal provided comfort to a child.About the Author: Makell Moody
MAKELL MOODY is a graduate of St. Pius X High School in Houston, Texas. When she was in the fourth grade, she had nightmares every night and was afraid to fall asleep. While growing up, she had loved learning about all kinds of mythology and came across the legend of the Baku. This creature, said to devour nightmares, helped Makell overcome her fear. She sewed together her own stuffed animal to match the Baku in the legend. Later, she wrote this story in hopes that it would give other children something to help them overcome their nightmares and sleep peacefully. She is currently a sophomore, majoring in English, at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas.
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Three Scientific Kitties use their special skills to solve the mysteries of science. Find out if they have what it takes to create the formula to bring their next invention to life. Their next discovery might just be out of this world! -
Jackson Smythe is a boring, run-of-the-mill high schooler with no clear aspirations in life. All of that changes when he and his friend, Wesley Carpenter, get dragged into a horrifying adventure against their wills. Jackson's life as he knows it is destroyed in a single day. Witness a tale of fantasy and magic as our hero is forced to grapple with unspeakable danger, heart-pounding action, and an astonishingly bleak outlook on his life as his companions, enemies, and the universe at large attempt to violently disembowel him. In a world like this, the question is not if he will die, but when.About the Author: Alex Zhang
Alex, also known as "Chippy" by a few particularly aggravating pests in his life, is a high schooler who wishes on almost a daily basis that his life was more interesting. His hobbies include fantasizing about situations which will almost definitely not happen, annoying his friends, and spinning around in swivel chairs.
Alex aspires to one day not commit a faux pas every time he attends a party, and he is currently the subject of a top secret government experiment to turn crippling social anxiety into a form of renewable energy, which has witnessed unprecedented success since his arrival. -
U?nete a Patch en una aventura en el Campo de Texas. Una visita a la casa de su Abuela abre los ojos de este conejito a un mundo completamente nuevo. Ella encuentra al unos ami os en el camino y se divierte con ellos. Patch explora el paisaje y los sonidos de la re io?n montan?osa y finalmente hace un ran descubrimiento acerca de ella misma.About the Author: Mary Delmore Balagia
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Jackson Smythe is a boring, run-of-the-mill high schooler with no clear aspirations in life. All of that changes when he and his friend, Wesley Carpenter, get dragged into a horrifying adventure against their wills. Jackson's life as he knows it is destroyed in a single day. Witness a tale of fantasy and magic as our hero is forced to grapple with unspeakable danger, heart-pounding action, and an astonishingly bleak outlook on his life as his companions, enemies, and the universe at large attempt to violently disembowel him. In a world like this, the question is not if he will die, but when.About the Author: Alex Zhang
Alex, also known as "Chippy" by a few particularly aggravating pests in his life, is a high schooler who wishes on almost a daily basis that his life was more interesting. His hobbies include fantasizing about situations which will almost definitely not happen, annoying his friends, and spinning around in swivel chairs.
Alex aspires to one day not commit a faux pas every time he attends a party, and he is currently the subject of a top secret government experiment to turn crippling social anxiety into a form of renewable energy, which has witnessed unprecedented success since his arrival.
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Go and Explore!Go and Explore! Join Patch on a Texas Hill Country adventure. A visit to Grandmother Honey Bunny s house opens this little bunny s eyes to a whole new world. She even finds some friends along the way to share the fun. As Patch explores the sights and sounds of the hill country, she ultimately makes a big discovery about herself.
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After hearing the legend of the magical yellow butterfly, Bobby and Susi decide to catch one for themselves. They hope that the yellow butterfly will make all of their wishes come true. However, once they capture the magical yellow butterfly, they realize an important truth -
Ava and Prince are like most dogs. They want a place to call home, where love is yummy like peanut butter and belly rubs never end. This is their sweet, real-life story about home, family and love. Ava, formerly "Foxy," is given up by her family because she's too energetic. Prince, formerly "Sam," is found abandoned and alone. They have a lot in common. Both like to play, roll in the grass, dress in costumes and eat shoes. In their new home, there are a few house rules. It'll take patience and love, as Ava and Prince find a special place in the heart of a lady who smells like lemons and gumdrops.About the Author: Joy Sewing
Joy Sewing is an award-winning journalist and fashion editor for the Houston Chronicle. She’s also host of the Joyful Life Radio Show. She lives in Houston with Ava and Prince. This is her first children’s book. -
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Colorea a travs del mundo fantstico de la Seorita Molly, las princesas y todas las cosas rosas! Este libro est basado en la serie de libros de la Seorita Molly. Ahora todos pueden ver lo que hace Molly en cada estacin del ao!About the Author: Melissa Williams
Melissa M. Williams is the author of the Iggy the Iguana chapter book series, the Turtle Town chapter book series and the Little Miss Molly picture book for kids, the owner of LongTale Publishing and founder of the Literacy Non-Profit Organization
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"Different, not less...he's MORE!" the zoo animals shouted! Grant the giraffe is the newest baby to be born at the city zoo. Grant appears to be a regular giraffe until the other animals notice that there is something different about the way he looks. His spots aren't spots at all -- they are shaped like jigsaw puzzle pieces! As Grant grows up and spends time with the other animals, they learn that he is different in many other ways. Follow Grant's journey as he sets off to discover his special talent and not let his differences stand in the way of his big dreams. Get ready to be amazed by this young giraffe and discover what different minds CAN do.About the Illustrator & Author:
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There's a song inside every child waiting to be heard! Ride the waves and fly through the sky with your friend, Purple Song! This little purple companion, a treble clef with wings, shows you how to sing your way through your troubles. She lets you see that friendships can emerge into beautiful melodies. Join Purple Song as she lifts you up and shares her connection to the power of music. -
Bilingual (English/Spanish) Version of the "i" The Guy Writer's Journal
iWRITE inspires kids to WRITE their own stories and provides publishing and leadership opportunities to our youth. Since reading and writing go hand in hand, iWRITE encourages readers to use their imagination and communicate through the written word. Join -
The Little Miss Molly Valentine Gift Box will include: - An Autographed Little Miss Molly Book - An Autographed Little Miss Molly Coloring Book - Little Miss Molly Plush Toy - A Heart-Shaped Box of Chocolates -
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Brought to you by the iWRITE Literacy Organization, the "i" The Guy Writer's Journal Teacher Edition can be used as a tool for educators to work along side the "i" The Guy Writer's Journal for students. The journal provides fun comic book style writing prompts targeted to the 3rd-4th grade level. The main character of the journal, "i" The Guy, encourages kids to write for fun, thereby strenthening a child's desire to learn and create. As students become more confident in their own creativity, that confidence will extend to other areas of language arts. Educators will find extension activities in the teacher manual to keep students engaged and excited to write. iWRITE inspires kids to WRITE their own stories and provides publishing and leadership opportunities to our youth. Learn more at iWRITE.org.About the Author: Melissa Williams
Melissa M. Williams is the author of the Iggy the Iguana chapter book series, the Turtle Town chapter book series and the Little Miss Molly picture book for kids, the owner of LongTale Publishing and founder of the Literacy Non-Profit Organization
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A novel of finding one's inner strength, The Motherless Club tells an unforgettable story of Paige, Cecily, Bryce and Hannah, friends all haunted by the disease that took their mothers. Breast Cancer. After the women meet in a breast cancer awareness-walking group, their relationships with their husbands and each other are tested over the next year. Letters written by the women's mothers serve as a common bond among them as they experience moments so sad they laugh, so happy they feel guilt and so ordinary they marvel in the mundane. Friendship becomes a lifeline to survival during their journey of acceptance and self-discovery.About the Author: Quinn Holladay
The name Quinn has special meaning - both her mother and grandmother carry the name. A native Houstonian, Quinn Holladay graduated from Bellaire High School, obtained her bachelor
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The underwater world is full of families. Schools of fish, pods of dolphins and swarms of eels swim together in perfect harmony. Trevor dreams of belonging to a family ... but he's a SHARK! No one wants to swim with a tiger shark. But even a shark needs group of friends. Although Trevor is constantly judged by what he looks like on the outside, he never gives up hope of finding a family. His big heart and caring attitude leads him to form the SHIVER of his dreams. Through his experiences and an encounter with a curious sea turtle, Trevor realizes that your family is more than who brought you into the world and that friendships can last a lifetime.About the Author: Melissa Williams
Melissa M. Williams is the author of the Iggy the Iguana chapter book series, the Turtle Town chapter book series and the Little Miss Molly picture book for kids, the owner of LongTale Publishing and founder of the Literacy Non-Profit Organization -
iWRITE inspires kids to WRITE their own stories and provides publishing and leadership opportunities to our youth. Since reading and writing go hand in hand, iWRITE encourages readers to use their imagination and communicate through the written word. Join "i" The Guy, the kids' writing representative, and encourage kids to write for fun, thereby strengthening our youths' desire to learn and create. Learn more at iWRITE.org.About the Author: Melissa Williams
Melissa M. Williams is the author of the Iggy the Iguana chapter book series, the Turtle Town chapter book series and the Little Miss Molly picture book for kids, the owner of LongTale Publishing and founder of the Literacy Non-Profit Organization -
Let Your Light Shine! Some crayons are made green, others are pink, and once in a while one may even be gold! The Golden Crayon is different than all of the other crayons in the box, but that is what makes him special. When this little crayon learns to embrace his unique light, his inner confidence shines. The Golden Crayon learns a valuable lesson, that no matter your hue or shade, God made everyone perfect in His image.About the Author:
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Discover the perfect diamond at the right price for you! It is never easy finding the perfect diamond. Every diamond is a one-of-a-kind treasure. In The Perfect Diamond Buying Guide, you will discover important insights and tips to guarantee you are purchasing the highest quality diamond at the best possible value. The Perfect Diamond Buying Guide is a straightforward book that will walk you through the entire diamond purchasing experience, from selecting the right jeweler and learning how to properly examine a diamond, to designing the ideal setting for your loved one. Once you feel fully educated on the selection and purchasing process, this guide takes you behind the scenes through the state-of-art 3-D design process, shares industry pricing charts, and shows how best to insure your diamond. In this book, you will find the traditional 4-Cs of the diamond grading process, but most importantly, the 4-Cs should represent these more meaningful standards: Confidence is key when purchasing a diamond; Connect with your jeweler so they can help you understand the process; Crafting the perfect diamond engagement ring will be a memory of a lifetime; and Creating a positive, lasting memory of your diamond purchasing experience is just as important as the diamond itself.About the Author: